European Crane & Rigging SME – Turnaround Lead

LyondellBasell Industries; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 79,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work up to 2 days/week

Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking a Crane & Rigging Specialist to lead technical crane and rigging activities across Europe, supporting Turnaround and major projects. The role can be based in Rotterdam HQ or Botlek site, with travel ~30% and a strong emphasis on safety and operational excellence.

Required: 15+ years in crane operations, rigging, lift planning; secondary education diploma; certifications preferred. Fluency in English; German/Italian/Dutch an advantage.

Qualifications

• Secondary education diploma or equivalent vocational qualification.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in crane operations, rigging, lift planning, or related heavy lifting activities.
• Professional certifications as Crane Operator, Rigger, Lift Director, or equivalent credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide crane and rigging technical support across Europe for maintenance, capital projects, and OE Audit activities.
• Support major Turnaround activities as Crane & Rigging SME and coordinator.
• Coordinate crane and rigging activities during Turnaround execution for safe, efficient project delivery.
• Assist in evaluating service providers and contractors for crane and rigging work.
• Mentor and onboard workforce; ensure competency and regulatory compliance.
• Lead technical guidance for field activities and ensure adherence to standards.
• Travel domestically and internationally to support sites, audits, training, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

Secondary education diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Turnaround management systems

Job description

LyondellBasell is seeking a Crane & Rigging Specialist to lead technical crane and rigging activities across Europe, supporting Turnaround and major projects. The role can be based in Rotterdam HQ or Botlek site, with travel ~30% and a strong emphasis on safety and operational excellence.

Required: 15+ years in crane operations, rigging, lift planning; secondary education diploma; certifications preferred. Fluency in English; German/Italian/Dutch an advantage.